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What is Coal Import Monetering System (CIMS)?
The DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) has launched a new mandatory CIMS registration for importers in India importing coal. This registration is in effect from 01.04.2021 and applies to the Import of Coal shall require compulsory registration under the Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS) as per DGFT Notification No. 17/2015-2020 dated 05.09.2019.
Under the same DGFT Notification, the import policy of Coal was revised from ‘Free’ to ‘Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)’. This system is designed to gather comprehensive data regarding the imports of Coal. This data, will thus help the domestic industry to plan their strategies for substituting imports.
Objective of Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
CIMS not only helps in collection of the data regarding import of Coal but also helps in analysis of the data thereby streamlining the process of policy making. In addition, it helps in getting real-time information that helps monitoring the imports into the country.
The primary objective of CIMS is:
Products Covered under Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
Import of Coal (ITC HS Codes: 27011100, 27011200, 27011910, 27011920, 27011990) shall require compulsory registration under the Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
The specifications are mentioned in the table below
|
HS Code |
Item Description |
Present |
Revised Policy |
|
27011100 |
Anthracite Coal |
Free |
Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Imports Monitoring System (CIMS) |
|
27011200 |
Bituminous Coal |
Free |
Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Imports Monitoring System (CIMS) |
|
27011910 |
Coking Coal |
Free |
Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Imports Monitoring System (CIMS) |
|
27011920 |
Steam Coal |
Free |
Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Imports Monitoring System (CIMS) |
|
27011990 |
Other Coal |
Free |
Free subject to compulsory registration under Coal Imports Monitoring System (CIMS) |
Salient Features of Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
Salient Features of Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS) include:
- Online Registration facility is available on a 24X7 basis
- Historic applications are available for review. In case any application was incompletely filed, the same is saved and available for further action.
- In case of any changes in the company organizational structure or hierarchy, applicant’s mobile/email id can be changed/updated accordingly in the DGFT IEC database through the online IEC modification system.
- Importers who are found to furnish incorrect data or fail to register their information/data on notified items in advance on the online CIMS module will attract punitive action including action under the Foreign Trade (D&R) Act, 1992
Other Important Details on Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
Documents Required to obtain Registration under Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
Procedure for Obtaining Registration under Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
All you need to know before applying for Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS):
Coal Impot Monitoring System (CIMS) is an online platform launched by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The CIMS will be effective from 01.04.2021, i.e., Bill of Entry filed on or after 01.04.2021 for items as listed shall be governed by CIMS. The facility of online registration will be available with effect from 15.02.2021
CIMS portal became effective from 1st April, 2021.
For each Shipment or Custom Entry a CIMS license is necessary.
The importer can apply for online registration not earlier than 60th day and not later than 5 days before the expected date of arrival of import consignment.
No, a valid IEC is required for CIMS registration.
Yes, all the Coals which are imported (be it just import or Re-import) need a new and valid license under CIMS.
HS Codes are necessary information that must be filled in for importing products. Request you to connect with technical experts to identify the HS codes for your concerned products before imports.
The CIMS license number is created immediately after completing the payment and clicking on the Final Submit button.
Import of Coal shall require compulsory registration under the Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS), the ITCHS Code are:
- 27011100
- 27011200
- 27011910
- 27011920
- 27011990
You can add only One Seller and One Manufacturer only under one license application for CIMS.
Any business importing Coals covered under the licensing program is required to create a license for concerned imports. Importers, importing agents, or brokers, may apply for this license.
Yes, multiple products can be imported and included in one license, provided that the importer, exporter, manufacturer, country of origin and port of exportation is the same.
A view section has been made available for the applicants where they can enter their previous registration number as well as the IEC and look at the previous license details.
Yes, foreign filers can apply for a license, if assuming they have a valid Indian IEC (Importer Exporter Code) number.
There is no renewal of the License, as new Licenses are issued with every incoming Import.
Validity of the license is 75 days from the date of issuance.
Currently, there is no such provision for a refund and cancellation.
Licenses that are yet to be submitted can be amended.
Validity of the license is 75 days from the date of issuance.
Licenses that are yet to be submitted can be cancelled by deleting the draft crated. In case the application has been submitted, cancellations cannot be made.
A registration fee of Rs 1 per thousand subject to a minimum of Rs.500/− and a maximum of Rs 1 Lakh.
For the coal importers who are failing to register under CIMS in advance or found to furnish wrong data in the online system, legal action would be taken against such importers including the action under FTDR Act, 1992.
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